only streets but also the buildings lining the streets to watch the parade and john was right there with them. boy, what a day. >> reporter: incredible day. this day wasn't just about the giants and the championship but about the fans. they came from all over the bay area and beyond to cheer on the team. >> it's amazing because i'm so much closer though year than two years ago. it's great. >> just a great team that we all want to be here to celebrate and thank them and really bring the spirit of san francisco alive to the whole country. >> reporter: they enjoyed marching bands including the one from cal. even carnival dancers. most people along the parade route didn't make it to the city hall celebration so they missed when the player has to say. >> this is what you play for, this feeling, what a great way to bring the city together. >> i feel great. it's one of the greatest days of my life. >> reporter: early on people walking in the parade included everybody who worked at the ballpark who said it was the best viewing possible. >> your first -- christmas eve and it's all wrapped up